Jaipur, Feb 23: In a thrilling display of skill and precision, the Indian Air Force's Suryakiran and Sarang aerobatic teams performed a stunning show at Jal Mahal in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on Sunday. The event showcased breathtaking manoeuvres that left the audience in awe.
Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, speaking at the event, emphasized the uniqueness of the teams. He highlighted that the Sarang team is the only close-formation aerobatic helicopter team in the world, while the Suryakiran team flies the Hawk aircraft. “Sarang is the only close-formation aerobatic team of helicopters in the entire world. The Suryakiran team flies the Hawk aircraft. We aim to perform in small to major regions of the country and connect to as many people as possible. We have a calendar of performances across India, and it has just started,” he said.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma also attended the aerobatic show and praised the efforts of the Air Force personnel for their remarkable performances.
The aerobatic display is part of the Indian Air Force's outreach programme, aimed at engaging with citizens and highlighting the capabilities and skills of its elite teams. The Suryakiran team performed various acrobatic feats, including inverted runs, barrel rolls, and formations resembling a DNA structure and a heart. Meanwhile, the Sarang team showcased intricate patterns such as arrowhead, dolphin leap, and diamond formations.
The primary objective of the show was to inspire youth to consider joining the armed forces and to foster national pride.
Earlier, Rajasthan Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore praised the aerobatic teams and described the event as a moment of pride and inspiration for the youth of the state. “These are our youth, our young people. As you've seen, three warriors, residents of Jaipur, were flying these aeroplanes. They've studied here in school. The feats they've performed, the skill they've displayed in air combat, and the Sarang helicopter as a symbol of self-reliant India—it will inspire many youth,” said Singh.
He also highlighted the importance of local participation, adding, “When they can fly aeroplanes like this, we can too. Our engineers have kept these machines in absolutely magnificent condition. The Air Force uses its machines to the fullest extent during peacetime so that they're always ready for war.”
The Minister went on to call the event a source of pride for Rajasthan, describing the state as the "land of sacrifices and heroes." “When the Army and Air Force come here and perform, they give salute and honour to those heroes and make us proud. Everything is possible. All it takes is willpower and hard work,” he concluded.
The show was not just a demonstration of aerial skill but a celebration of India’s military strength and the dedication of its armed forces.
